Obituary of David Koetz

David S. Koetz, age 72, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away suddenly on August 18, 2014. David regularly attended Christ Community Church in Zion, was active in the choir in previous years and volunteered his mechanical abilities when needed. David worked as a Union Plumber for 23 years, then a Union Pipefitter for another 23 years. He enjoyed working with his tools from his basement workshop and helping repair things for other people. You could always count on him to find a solution to a mechanical problem. David was very social and known for always telling jokes and had a routine of spending time at several coffee shops in Zion and Winthrop Harbor with other retired buddies. He was a Mason and belonged to the Shrine Club. Survivors include his wife, Helen; children, Kevin Koetz, Steven (Robin)Koetz, and Lorinda Koetz; stepchildren, William (Pam) Volmary, and John (Lisa) Volmary; and by several grandchildren and step-grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters, Opal (Bob) Spanton, Anne (Ken) Miller, Kimberly Kim; brothers, Ozzie and Harry Koetz; brother-in-law, Dan Habecker; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Marguerite Koetz; step-mother, Wiladene Koetz; son, David Koetz Jr.; sisters, Holly Habecker, Alice Lynn Koetz; and brother Daniel Koetz. Visitation will be Monday, August 25, 2014, from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. at the Christ Community Church, 2500 Dowie Memorial Dr., Zion, IL, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m.with Pastor Ken Langley, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Camp Zion ministry of Christ Community Church would be appreciated. Per Dave's choice his body was donated to Medical Science.